Archives for May 15, 2013

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Ex-Sarumdale directors line up new pubs

By M&C Report

Former directors of Sarumdale, the pubco placed into administration last summer, hope to operate an estate of eight to 10 pubs within the next two years and are looking to secure their first four in June or July.

Pubs prepare for a TV sport game-changer

By Mike Berry

The first thing to say about BT’s entry into sports broadcasting is that it’s good news for pubs as it brings much-needed competition to a sector where Sky has effectively seen off all rivals. Remember ITV Digital and Setanta?

Japanese craft beers bound for the UK

By Robyn Black

Three Japanese craft breweries will be exporting their beers to the UK for the first time under a new deal with Japanese whisky specialist Number One Drinks Company.

10 tips on running a customer loyalty programme

Building long-term relationships with customers in tough times is prompting an increasing number of pubs to introduce loyalty-card schemes. Successful initiatives tend to feature both new and old technologies. Here are 10 top tips to running a customer...

Magners cider producer C&C Group reports falling UK volumes

By Mark Wingett

C&C Group, the Irish producer of Magners cider, has reported a resilient performance for the year to 28 February despite a 15% decline in UK cider volumes in what it describes as a difficult trading environment in the UK and Republic of Ireland.